In House Courses

Indian Head Massage Course
Registration Form
Monday January 19th & Tuesday January 20th, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Course Fee: $420.00
Registration Deadline: January 14th, 2009

What is Indian Head Massage?
Indian Head Massage originated from Ayurveda, an ancient system of medicine which has been practiced in India for over 1,000 years, focusing on the face, head, neck, shoulders and upper arms.  A firm and gentle rhythm is used to release blockages and relieve tension and pain.  Because this is done over the clothing in a seated position, it can be done anywhere and at any time, bringing massage to the workplace, to public functions, and even the beach!

Who Can Study Indian Head Massage?
If you are already a holistic or hands-on practitioner, or are wanting to get started in holistic healing or massage then this is a wonderful modality for you to add to what you are already doing or to get you started.

About the Course
The course includes two days of theoretical and practical instruction. A Certificate of Attendance will be awarded at the end of the course.  You will learn how to give a half hour Indian Head Massage treatment.  The course fee includes GST, course manual and Certificate of Attendance. 

There is a home study segment which you will be required to complete before the weekend course.  Materials to be looked over will be sent to you a week or two prior to class time. Full certification is available through extra work and a practical and written exam.  The cost for certification is $105.00 (includes GST).  Details will be given during the class.

 

Work – Life Balance Workshop
Registration Form
Monday January 26th, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Workshop Fee: $35.00
Registration Deadline: January 21st, 2009

Find Your Balance
Our upcoming workshop is designed to give you tips on how to find a work / life balance.  Learn what is draining you & holding you back from living life the way you want. Learn how to have more time to do what you love and more energy to live your life on your terms. This workshop is suitable for anyone interested in finding balance in their life. Workbook is included. 

 

Reflexology Course
Registration Form
Monday March 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, & 30th
9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Course Fee: $700.00
Registration Deadline: February 16th, 2009

Course Standards                                
The course is a Ministry approved college level course and also meets the standards and guidelines of the Reflexology Registration Council of Ontario.  This course also qualifies for 52.5 CEUs for the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario.   
        
Course Information                             
This 115 hour course provides the student with the knowledge and skills to build a professional Reflexology practice.  It consists of two parts.  Part One includes 30 hours class time, 12 hours homework, a written exam, and covers the theoretical principles of Reflexology and the techniques and skills to practice Reflexology.  The written exam is scheduled about 1 month after classes have been completed. Part Two includes 70 hours of case studies, 3 hours tutorial, a practical exam, and is where the student gains experience by performing and documenting 60 case studies. Students will arrange their own case studies - approximately 18 recipients are needed.  The practical exam is taken upon completion of the 60 case studies.

Course Outline

  • Unit 1: Introduction to Reflexology

  • Unit 2: History of Reflexology

  • Unit 3: Models of Health and Healing for the Reflexologist

  • Unit 4: The Reflexology Map (includes basic function and structure of body systems)

  • Unit 5: Assessing the Foot

  • Unit 6: Working the Foot

  • Unit 7: Recording the Session

  • Unit 8: Care for the Practitioner

  • Unit 9; Reflexology as a Profession

 


Introduction to Feng Shui Workshop
Registration Form
Saturday March 7th, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Wrokshop Fee: $45.00
Registration Deadline:February 28th, 2009

Dispel the Myths! In this seminar you will learn:

  • Common mistakes in Feng Shui
  • Differences between "folk-lore" and "science"
  • Feng Shui History
  • The 3 types of Chi (how to transform negative into positive chi)
  • The 3 things you must do before you "Feng Shui" anything
  • What to do when you have "rushing chi" down a long narrow hallway
  • Why you should avoid having your front door facing a staircase
  • Secrets that celebrities and millionaires use for optimum energy
  • How windchimes and crystals are used for modulating energy flow
  • How your pets affect your home's Feng Shui
  • Why you should not keep dried flowers in home
  • The top 8 Feng Shui for Romance tips  
  • Is your home Feng Shui compatible?  Take the quiz!

    AND LOTS MORE!

     

Lamaze Certified Childbirth Classes
Registration Form
Tuesday evenings March 24th – April 28th
7:00 pm – 9:30 pm
Class Fee: $195.00
Registration Deadline: March 17th, 2009

What is Lamaze?                             
The common misconception is that Lamaze is only about breathing.  In reality, Lamaze is about empowerment through knowledge with the philosophy that birth is normal, natural, and safe.  Lamaze classes teach vital coping techniques to help women adapt and cope with labour.                       

What do we learn?                              
This series is designed to empower and prepare women and their partners for labour and birth.  The focus of the classes is on non-medical coping techniques for labour, but will also cover the following:     

  • Creation of a birth plan  
  • Preventions & treatments for common pregnancy discomforts
  • Stages & phases of labour 
  • Coping techniques (practiced throughout the series) 
  • Medical pain management options
  • Routine interventions
  • Variations in labour, including caesarian birth 
  • The newborn
  • Breast feeding
  • Postpartum transition

When should I start classes?                      

It is recommended that you begin these classes in your 3rd trimester to allow you enough time to complete the classes, and retain the information for labour and birth.

 

Infant Massage Class
Registration Form
Friday March 27th, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Class Fee: $40.00
Registration Deadline: March 20th, 2009

This 2 hour workshop teaches caregivers basic massage therapy techniques for infants, which can be used to comfort baby, aid in digestion, respiration, calm or stimulate the nervous system, soothe colic, improve circulation, and much more.

Up to three caregivers per infant are welcome!  You will need to bring a blanket and hat for your baby to keep baby warm, and any special cream or lotion you prefer to use on your baby.

 

Couples Massage Workshop
Registration Form
Friday March 27th, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Workshop Fee: $100.00 per couple
Registration Deadline: March 20th, 2009

This 2 hour workshop teaches couples basic massage therapy techniques as well as the basic principles of massage in order to soothe or stimulate the nervous system, relax muscle groups, and facilitate circulation.Please wear comfortable clothing that you can move freely in.
A hand out will be included.

 

Hot Stone Massage Course
Registration Form
Monday April 6th, 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
Course Fee: $350.00 by March 9th, or $375.00
Registration Deadline: March 23rd, 2009

This course will cover circulation and hydrotherapy, contraindications to Hot Stone Massage, safety & hygiene, thermal properties of Hot Stones, and Massage techniques with the stones.

Anyone can take this course from Registered Massage Therapists and other Alternative Health Care Providers looking to enhance their practice, to people with no previous training in Health Care or Massage Therapy.A discounted fee for the hot stones will also be provided if you choose to purchase them from the Family Massage

 

Anatomy Review Classes
Registration Form
Thursday April 23rd – May 14th, 9:00 am – 11:00 am
Course Fee: $150.00 per class, or $550.00 for all four classes
Registration Deadline: April 17th, 2009

These courses may be taken individually or as a group.  Each class will cover a review of the skeletal system, muscles and attachment sites, fascial and skin layers, the nervous system and common dysfunctions found in the region.  Each class is comprised of 2 hours of review.

April 23rd: Anatomy Review of the Back
April 30th: Anatomy Review of the Cervical Spine and TMJ
May 7th: Anatomy Review of the Shoulder Girdle and Upper Limb
May 14th: Anatomy Review of the Pelvic Girdle and Lower Limb

A workbook is included for each participant.  Each class is suitable for those in any profession that require an anatomy review.

If you are interested in any of the above classes, courses or workshops, please contact us to register!  We would be happy to answer any of your questions and assist you in any way we can!

905-387-3092
info@familymassagetherapy.com